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YY62 NXZ

2012 Mini First

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Oct 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

81,899 mi
Last recorded81,899 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini First51,288 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYY62 NXZ
MakeMini
ModelFirst
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025 81,899 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Oct 2024 77,485 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2023 68,606 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2022 63,157 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Oct 2021 54,041 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2020 45,747 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Oct 2019 38,709 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2018 34,829 miles

Central Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Dec 2017 28,193 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2016 22,435 miles

osf and nsr tyre wall cracking

under trays fitted

Fail 20 Dec 2016 22,435 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

osf and nsr tyre wall cracking

under trays fitted

Pass 4 Dec 2015 16,607 miles

How Reliable is the Mini First?

Based on 24,465 MOT tests across 2,070 vehicles.

81.6%
Pass Rate
4,938
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
2,070
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 168
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YY62 NXZ is a 2012 Mini First in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2012 Mini First models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 51,288 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mini First fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 168 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YY62 NXZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini First typically stays on UK roads for around 17 years. At 14 years old, this Mini First is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YY62 NXZ registered?

YY62 NXZ is a 2012 Mini First, first registered on 4 December 2012.

Is YY62 NXZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YY62 NXZ shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YY62 NXZ have outstanding finance?

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